Trump ‘looking forward’ to King’s visit despite calls to postpone

WorldPolitics
19 Mar 2026 • 6:27 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • King Charles is reportedly still set to visit the US next month despite growing tensions between the UK Prime Minister and Donald Trump over Iran.
  • The three-day trip, from 27 to 29 April, is expected to include visits to Washington and New York to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.
  • The visit is anticipated to be apolitical, with no major policy announcements, and is intended to pay tribute to Americans for their independence anniversary.
  • Donald Trump said on Tuesday he was "looking forward" to meeting Charles "very shortly" but criticised the Prime Minister's stance on the Middle East crisis, calling it a "big mistake".
  • Despite calls from some, including senior Labour MP Dame Emily Thornberry, to postpone the visit due to the current crisis, Buckingham Palace, the White House, and the British government are determined for it to proceed.

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